Dollars Quote by Susan B. Anthony
“Not one of our national officers ever has had a dollar of salary. I retire on full pay!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women's Rights Convention, 1880
She highlights that women leaders often receive no salary, yet she enjoys full pension benefits.
In simple terms: Women leaders get no pay but she gets pension.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for fair compensation.
Themes
gender equality
leadership
pay equity
Mood
determined
proud
Type
political
advocacy
When to use this quote
- political activism
- public speaking
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
women's rights
economic justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does unpaid labor affect leadership?
- What reforms could ensure equitable pay?
A Different Perspective
Her claim may be historically inaccurate or exaggerated.
